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I've been caring for my mother as she has slipped down into AD for about seven years. We've overcome so many challanges together that I became empassioned to share any help or ideas with others who are not so far along as we are. My son and I made a brief video to help guide people to my blog and facebook page. I found it appalling that there was such a lack of help and network in my geographical area. However, things are much improved and I have made it my mission to continue to get the word out about all things dementia in our community.

I am the sole family caregiver for my 94-year old mother who has lived with Alzheimer's disease for over five years. At this point, her disease is mid-stage and is characterized by memory loss, confusion, high anxiety repetitive statements and questioning, and declining verbal skills. At times, she does not recognize me. She is no longer unable to perform activities of daily living such as dressing herself, bathing, preparing meals, and doing housework. She requires 24-hour care which I pay for.

How do I start!!! First I lost my Mother just before her 61st year to this devastating disease just after my 16th Birthday. I am one of five siblings and there is only I and one who will turn 70 this September.